Rustic, Cozy Cottage with Backyard Waterfall and Cayuga Lake Views!
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Rustic, Cozy Cottage with Backyard Waterfall and Cayuga Lake Views!

Ithaca, New York State, 14850
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Property Description
This cozy cottage, with it's rustic charm will instantly make you feel like you have taken a step back in time to a simpler, quieter pace of life. The cottage is attached to a multi family home. The two main apartments are vacant. The entire property will be private to you and your guests. Please note there is no access to the main home, you will only have access to the cottage. The cottage has two private entrances (one in the bedroom) and plenty of parking. The BEST part is the gorgeous waterfall just outside and the breathtaking views of Cayuga Lake, Cornell, and the parks below. The cottage has a master bedroom (three stairs up from living room) with a queen-size bed and a big window overlooking your very own waterfall! You can open the window to hear the beautiful sounds of the waterfall as you sleep! **Please note: for very tall persons (6ft+) the ceiling in the bedroom is lower than most.** The front door of the cottage enters (about five steps up) into the living room with plenty of natural light and scenery. Two futons can become full-size beds, perfect for additional guests or children. The dining nook can seat up to 6. Extra chairs are located in the large closet in the living room. The cottage comes with a full kitchen with all needed dishes, including pots and pans. We have a Ninja drip style coffee pot, toaster, tea kettle, microwave, and all essentials needed for cooking. Coffee, sugar, and creamer is provided. Guest have a nice yard space right next to the backyard waterfall with a fire pit and outdoor table and chairs. We have lanterns for light and mosquito repellent. We do allow pets, up to two dogs and we do not have any breed or size limits. We do have a modest $15 per night pet fee. We do ask that you clean up after your pets outside. Full self check in is our standard which is very easy, the lock box code will be sent in your booking details. Our check-in letter includes lots of information for your stay so please take a look. If you will be coming in after dark, we will be happy to leave the porch light on for you. Plenty of space all around! Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, only a mile from downtown, yet secluded alongside 50 acres of woods overlooking Cayuga Lake. Other things to note: **The driveway is a bit steep. Please use caution when entering, stay close to the mailbox side when entering and exiting for the smoothest possible experience. Our only expectations for guests are to take out garbage and recycling upon check-out, dishes washed, and gather dirty towels and place in a single spot on the floor. No need to make the bed before you check out as we will be stripping it anyway. However if you would prefer to strip the bed please go ahead! Plenty of parking available, there is a spot just outside the entrance of the cottage for one vehicle. Additional parking is to the right of the cottage facing the lake. Please do not park on the grass when parking near the entrance. Stay in the gravel to prevent damage to the lawn. House manual: There are 50 acres of woods a short walk from the cottage with a path down to the Black Diamond Trail, that guest are welcome to explore (directions are on the fridge inside.) Regarding the interior of the cottage there is a large storage closet off the living room in which you will find extra dining room chairs, a mattress topper for the futons, a pack-n-play, booster seat, fan, and plenty of extra bedding. In the bedroom closet, you will find plenty of extra bedding for the futons or bed. On the upper shelf of the closet, you will find lots of extra pillows. It is my pleasure to help with anything I possibly can to ensure a great stay for you and your guests. If you need anything at all or have questions, please message me! Best, Tia - HostAbout pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total).$15 per night pet fee..About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.We have a pack-n-play and booster seat available..About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.
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9.4/10
Amazing
Cleanliness9.4
Amenities9.4
Location9.4
Service9.4
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Surroundings
Airport: Ithaca Tompkins International Airport
(10.9 km)
Landmarks: Hangar Theatre
(500m)
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One-Bedroom Cottage

2 sofa beds and 1 queen bed
Free Wi-Fi
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Wi-Fi in room
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9.4/10
Amazing
46 reviews
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  • Cleanliness9.4
  • Amenities9.4
  • Location9.4
  • Service9.4
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M‍i‍c‍h‍a‍e‍l
November 11, 2025
This is a perfect spot to get away and listen to the waterfall with the window open. Everything that you need at home. Better than staying at a candlewood suites cozy and cute. Had a wonderful day just read the reviews. Tracy n mike getaway to see waterfalls n lake drives
R‍e‍b‍e‍c‍c‍a‍ ‍M‍.
October 27, 2025
Had a wonderful stay ! Loved the waterfall in backyard . Would be a great place for a couple to stay . Very close to many attractions
M‍a‍d‍e‍l‍i‍n‍e‍ ‍D‍.
October 24, 2025
What an amazing trip we had in Ithaca thanks to this wonderful cottage! Perfect location (most of our drives were at most 20 minutes), clean inside and out, little waterfall outside the property was AWESOME, just perfect all around.
E‍d‍ ‍S‍.
October 20, 2025
We enjoyed our stay. Really appreciated being able to have our dogs stay with us. The property is quiet and feels isolated yet it's close to town. The driveway is not easy to find in the dark.
B‍a‍r‍b‍a‍r‍a‍ ‍O‍.
October 18, 2025
Although nothing fancy, and at the time we went the waterfall was barely a dribble (as were a lot of falls in the area), this was the perfect home base for exploring other falls that were in the area (including many right in Ithaca!), the Cayuga Wine Trail, Watkins Glen and the beautiful finger lakes. We would stay here again!
A‍n‍g‍e‍l‍a‍ ‍S‍.
October 17, 2025
Property was clean and quiet. Very responsive host with easy check in process. Nice to just walk outside and enjoy the sounds of the waterfall!
T‍h‍o‍m‍a‍s‍ ‍M‍.
October 9, 2025
We had a great stay. Everything we as it was shown VERY NICE PLACE Unfortunately there had not been any rain for weeks before we got there so the waterfall we only a trickle. It rained the last last night we were there so we did see what it could look like.
J‍e‍a‍n‍-‍P‍i‍e‍r‍r‍e‍ ‍P‍.
October 1, 2025
We enjoyed our stay, spotless and quit, in a very convenient location!Maureen, Jean-Pierre. And Maizie!
C‍y‍n‍t‍h‍i‍a‍ ‍T‍.
September 14, 2025
Did not expect palace, and inside mostly clean and comfortable. We did expect a waterfall. Searched and found it beyond thick vegetation. We came for the waterfall and only that. Went to town and bought loppers. If it’s against the rules, so is misrepresentation.

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Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 15:00
Check-out: Before 11:00
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.

Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 21 years old

Property host

Tia Monroe
Speaks: English

About this property

This cozy cottage, with it's rustic charm will instantly make you feel like you have taken a step back in time to a simpler, quieter pace of life. The cottage is attached to a multi family home. The two main apartments are vacant. The entire property will be private to you and your guests. Please note there is no access to the main home, you will only have access to the cottage. The cottage has two private entrances (one in the bedroom) and plenty of parking. The BEST part is the gorgeous waterfall just outside and the breathtaking views of Cayuga Lake, Cornell, and the parks below. The cottage has a master bedroom (three stairs up from living room) with a queen-size bed and a big window overlooking your very own waterfall! You can open the window to hear the beautiful sounds of the waterfall as you sleep! **Please note: for very tall persons (6ft+) the ceiling in the bedroom is lower than most.** The front door of the cottage enters (about five steps up) into the living room with plenty of natural light and scenery. Two futons can become full-size beds, perfect for additional guests or children. The dining nook can seat up to 6. Extra chairs are located in the large closet in the living room. The cottage comes with a full kitchen with all needed dishes, including pots and pans. We have a Ninja drip style coffee pot, toaster, tea kettle, microwave, and all essentials needed for cooking. Coffee, sugar, and creamer is provided. Guest have a nice yard space right next to the backyard waterfall with a fire pit and outdoor table and chairs. We have lanterns for light and mosquito repellent. We do allow pets, up to two dogs and we do not have any breed or size limits. We do have a modest $15 per night pet fee. We do ask that you clean up after your pets outside. Full self check in is our standard which is very easy, the lock box code will be sent in your booking details. Our check-in letter includes lots of information for your stay so please take a look. If you will be coming in after dark, we will be happy to leave the porch light on for you. Plenty of space all around! Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, only a mile from downtown, yet secluded alongside 50 acres of woods overlooking Cayuga Lake. Other things to note: **The driveway is a bit steep. Please use caution when entering, stay close to the mailbox side when entering and exiting for the smoothest possible experience. Our only expectations for guests are to take out garbage and recycling upon check-out, dishes washed, and gather dirty towels and place in a single spot on the floor. No need to make the bed before you check out as we will be stripping it anyway. However if you would prefer to strip the bed please go ahead! Plenty of parking available, there is a spot just outside the entrance of the cottage for one vehicle. Additional parking is to the right of the cottage facing the lake. Please do not park on the grass when parking near the entrance. Stay in the gravel to prevent damage to the lawn. House manual: There are 50 acres of woods a short walk from the cottage with a path down to the Black Diamond Trail, that guest are welcome to explore (directions are on the fridge inside.) Regarding the interior of the cottage there is a large storage closet off the living room in which you will find extra dining room chairs, a mattress topper for the futons, a pack-n-play, booster seat, fan, and plenty of extra bedding. In the bedroom closet, you will find plenty of extra bedding for the futons or bed. On the upper shelf of the closet, you will find lots of extra pillows. It is my pleasure to help with anything I possibly can to ensure a great stay for you and your guests. If you need anything at all or have questions, please message me! Best, Tia - HostAbout pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total).$15 per night pet fee..About checkOut:Check out before 11:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.We have a pack-n-play and booster seat available..About checkIn:Check in after 3:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 21.About events:No events allowed.
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What’s the cancellation policy at Rustic, Cozy Cottage with Backyard Waterfall and Cayuga Lake Views!?

The cancellation policy at Rustic, Cozy Cottage with Backyard Waterfall and Cayuga Lake Views! depends on your room type and booking terms.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rustic, Cozy Cottage with Backyard Waterfall and Cayuga Lake Views!?

Check-in at Rustic, Cozy Cottage with Backyard Waterfall and Cayuga Lake Views! starts from 15:00, and the standard check-out time is by 11:00.

How do I get to Rustic, Cozy Cottage with Backyard Waterfall and Cayuga Lake Views! from the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is Ithaca Tompkins International Airport, located about about 15 mins from hotel by car (10.9 km) away.

About This Property

Nearest AirportIthaca Tompkins International Airport
Distance to Airport10.9KM
Hotel Star Rating2